Connecting the arts, fostering collaboration and building community.
 
Calendar courtesy of The Dirt.
 
There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:

Davis Enterprise | UC Davis Arts & Entertainment | YoloArts | Visit Yolo
 

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Joseph Bellacera: The Matter of Light

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

THRU FEB 2. PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. Free

Free

The Artery’s 50th Anniversary Show

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

JAN 5 – JAN 29. THE ARTERY. The Artery is one of the oldest cooperate art organizations in California & they are proud to share their exciting new show including 9 previous members & 29 current members. Woodwork, ceramics, paintings, photography, fiber art, gourds, jewelry – highlighting the breadth of creativity offered by The Artery. Free

Free

Judi Eppele Exhibition

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

THRU FEB 29. GALLERY 1855. Eppele works with acrylic paint, incorporating nature themes throughout her works as a nod to her Environmental Science and Management degree from UCD. Free

Free
Ongoing

Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free

Free

Christina Kent: Day to Night

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects.  6p—9p. Free, $10 donation suggested

Free

The Art & Science of Making Marriage Flourish

Davis Veterans Memorial Center 203 East 14th Street, Davis

DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. Deepen the foundation of your relationship, manage conflict successfully, honor your partner’s dreams, and create an environment of shared meaning in your home. 6:30p—7:30p. $145

$145

Davis Farmers Market

Central Park 101 C St, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.

Parkside Bar Themed Party

Parkside Bar 330 G St.

PARKSIDE BAR. Every Saturday, come to Parkside for a different themed party. Featuring Sacramento’s best DJs playing Top 40 Hits & bar anthems. 10p–1:30a. $?

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Stewardship Team Training

Putah Creek Lodge 685 Putah Creek Lodge Dr, Davis

PUTAH CREEK COUNCIL. Are you passionate about enhancing local nature spaces and eager to gain hands-on field experience & leadership? This event is an excellent opportunity to contribute actively while acquiring valuable skills. No prior experience is necessary. Ages 18 and up. 9:30a–12:30p. Free

Free

Very Beginning Ballet (Adults)

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15

$15

Koi Joy Watercolor Workshop with David Lobenberg

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Learn the art of watercolor with David Lobenberg! In this workshop, explore watercolor and chalk markers by creating art centered around the elegant koi fish. 10a—2:30p. $225-$250.

$225 – $250

Gentle Barre Exercise Drop-In Class

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. Gently strengthen, align, & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Sun 11a & Mon 10:15a. $15

$15

Gentle Barre Exercise Class

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced fitness class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15

$15

Ecstatic Dance with Sudakra

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. A free-form, nonverbal, judgment-free dance & movement community event. Open to all! Supported, in part, by a grant from the City of Davis Arts & Cultural Affairs program. 11a–1:30p. $10–$15

$10 – $15

Social Wasps

Bohart Museum of Entomology (Bohart Museum) 1124 Academic Surge, UC Davis Campus

BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY. A day to learn all about wasps. 1p—4p. Free

Men’s Basketball Home Games

University Credit Union Center 750 Orchard Road, Davis

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER
12/09/2023 | Aggies vs. Milwaukee. 2p. $7–$27
12/19/2023 | Aggies vs. Montana. 6p. $7–$27
12/21/2023 | Aggies vs. UC Merced. 6p. $7–$27
12/28/2023 | Aggies vs. UCSB. 6p. $7–$27
12/30/2023 | Aggies vs. Cal Poly. 2p. $7–$27
01/11/2024 | Aggies vs. CSUN 6p. $7–$27
01/13/2024 | Aggies vs. CSU Bakersfield. 2p. $7–$27
01/20/2024 | Aggies vs. UCI. 2p. $7–$27
01/27/2024 | Aggies vs. UCSD. 2p. $7–$27
02/08/2024 | Aggies vs CSU Fullerton. 6p. $7–$27
02/15/2024 | Aggies vs. Long Beach State University 6p. $7–$27
02/17/2024 | Aggies vs. UCR. 2p. $7–$27
02/29/2024 | Aggies vs. University of Hawaii. 6p. $7–$27

$7 – $27

Author Talk: Benjy Egel at The Avid Reader

The Avid Reader 617 2nd St.

AVID READER. Celebrate local food with Benjy Egel, author of the new cookbook: Sacramento Eats! Egel & a local chef visit Avid Reader to celebrate the release of this Sacramento cuisine inspired book. 2p–3p. Free

Free

Reading Buddies

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Come practice with a reading buddy! UCD students Lela & Vanessa are available Mon & Sat afternoons to help improve reading skills. Ages 5-12. Free

Artist Talk with Christina Kent

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects. 3p—4:15p. Free, $10 donation suggested

Free

Sacramento Ebony Chorale Concert

Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. Featured performers include Sheryl Counter, singer; Theresa Keene, former Sacramento Philharmonic principal keyboardist and retired American River College Professor, Piano; and Monique Duncan, dancer. 4p—5p. $10

$10.00

Yoga Nidra

Barefoot Yoga Studio Davis 1015 Olive Dr,, Davis

BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Yoga Nidra is a powerful guided meditation that allows you to release tension, anxiety and opens you up to deep peace. This session provides a restful journey that includes yoga techniques like pranayama, mindfulness, a powerful truthful statement and as sacred mantras with music. 7p—8p. $10

$10

Voices of the Golden Ghosts

Black BoxTheater – West Sacramento Community Center 1075 W Capital Ave, West Sacramento

SACRAMENTO COMMUNITY CTR. A theater collective from Siskiyou & Shasta County. Since 2019 they have been creating performance pieces on the untold stories of African Americans in the Northern California Gold Rush. They guarantee you will come away from their show with information you never knew before. 7p–9p. Free

$20

Seussical the Musical

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DMTC. A contemporary reimagining of Dr. Seuss, which weaves together many of his most famous stories & characters in unexpected ways. For all ages. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $10–$18

$10 – $18

The Humor Tumor Comedy Show

Hooby’s Brewing 9 East Main Street, Winters

HOOBY’S BREWING. Enjoy delicious food & drinks while laughing the night away in this 18+ comedy show. No cover. 8p—9:30p. Free

Free

Be Brave Bold Robot: Father Paddy’s Woodland

father’s paddy 453 Main St. Woodland

FATHER’S PADDY PUBLIC HOUSE, WOODLAND. Be Brave Bold Robot will play long sets at Father Paddy’s Public House. All ages welcome. A great spot with full bar and great food. 8p–11p. Free

Free